Crews continue to monitor area after temporary levee breaks near Colfax

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Updated: 3:46 PM CDT Jun 16, 2015

Courtesy: KALB-TVSOURCE: Courtesy: KALB-TV

Crews continue to monitor area after temporary levee breaks near Colfax

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Updated: 3:46 PM CDT Jun 16, 2015

COLFAX, La. —

The Colfax Mudfest Recreational Park was evacuated early Sunday morning after a temporary levee failed to provide protection from Red River floodwaters.

The Louisiana State Police Troop E sent troopers to the recreational park after receiving a request for assistance made by the Grant Parish Sheriff's Office. Approximately 100 people were on high ground when the levee began to break, allowing a large amount of water to rush into the park.

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Using boats, the evacuation was carried out by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, along with state troopers and Grant Parish Sheriff's Office deputies. Louisiana National Guard air support also was used, coordinated by the Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.

By about 10 a.m., 113 people had been rescued.

Additional boats have been provided in the area, manned by Wildlife and Fisheries agents, and Guard air support will continue to be available for any additional evacuations.